Ecologisch gebouwd vakantiehuis aan de voet van de Pyreneeën
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Put down your things and look around. This place breathes holiday. Enjoy the ever-changing views of the valley and those enchanting mountains from your private covered terrace, while children explore in the garden or play on the playground. Take a walk by the river (with natural pools), the nearby lake or forest and you will feel like a different person. Escape modern life and immerse yourself in this natural beauty. You will return home as reborn.
Holiday home Les Trois Petits Cochons
On the outskirts of the picturesque village of Belloc in south-west France is our self-built, charming, brand new detached holiday home with two separate bedrooms and breathtaking views. The straw bale walls are finished with loam, which makes for a fantastic and original appearance and, not unimportantly, a wonderfully cosy feeling inside. This friendly way of building resulted in a luxurious house with a big wow-factor. The gîte is equipped with all conveniences, including a well-equipped kitchen, 2 separate bedrooms, floor heating and a bathroom with walk-in shower. There is a large covered private terrace and surrounding garden with spectacular views.
Les Trois Petits Cochons is located only fifteen minutes from the medieval town of Mirepoix. Here you will find a lively square, a market where you can taste plenty of local products and numerous restaurants and terraces.
Come in
Everything about the house breathes our preference for natural: the floor is cork, the staircase is made of beautiful wooden planks and the balustrade is made of oak bark from the forest behind the house. Some of the furniture is handmade. To enjoy the spectacular view also inside, the cottage has large windows on all sides. This allows for a pleasant incidence of light. Each room has a view of the beautiful surroundings.
The layout
On the ground floor there is a spacious bedroom with two single beds, a bathroom with walk-in shower, washbasin and toilet, a well-equipped kitchen (with refrigerator, 4-burner cooker, combi oven/microwave, coffee maker and kettle). The dining area seats 4. The comfortable sitting room has a corner sofa and a music system. The light and spacious character of the house is emphasised by a void. Upstairs is a spacious second bedroom with a double bed and plenty of closet space. In consultation there is room to place a cot.
Heat control
We have underfloor heating, which is easy to use and very efficient. There is also a petroleum heater (but you will not need it). Heating costs are included in the price.
Sleeping
The two spacious bedrooms can accommodate a family of four. There is a double bed, two single beds and space to add a baby bed if necessary. The mattresses are new and of good quality. Naturally, the bedrooms have a window that can be opened. The rooms are conveniently located and maintain a pleasant temperature in the summer months. Upon arrival you will find your bed made. Bed linen is included in the rental price.
Bathroom
In the bathroom you will find a walk-in shower, washbasin and a toilet. Bath towels are provided as well as some standard toiletries.
Outside
The house is oriented East-South-East. This gives a fine morning sun and protection from the heat in the afternoon. The covered terrace offers a breathtaking view of the valley, so you are not only private but also dry. The terrace is equipped with a barbecue, an outdoor table and four chairs. The house is located on the property with a piece of private garden. Furthermore, there is a lawn with a real playground: a large trampoline, a playhouse, swings, a water / sand play kitchen, a sandbox, 4 laying hens, fruit trees and a herb and vegetable garden. There are no cars on the site; you can park your car in front of the site.
Meals
Guests provide their own meals. The nearest bakery is in Léran (4 km). This area is bursting with local products such as wine, honey, goat's cheese and mustard, apples.
Kitchen
-Good equipped kitchen
-Fridge
-4 burner stove
-Combi microwave oven
-Cooking equipment
-Coffee machine
-Water kettle
-Dishes for 4 persons
-Kitchen linen
Dining room
-Table with 4 chairs
-Chair
-Possibility for indoor and outdoor dining and seating for 4 persons
Entertainment
-Stereo (auxiliary connection for e.g. a telephone)
-Books for adults
-Books for children
-Board games and puzzles
-Kids toys (for indoor, outdoor and bath)
-Wifi
Outside
-Garden/grass area
-Trampoline for children
-Playground
-Covered veranda
-Outdoor table + chairs
-Kayak/canoe: for rent at Lac Montbel
-Boatboat: for rent at Lac Montbel (5 min)
-Bicycles: for rent in Léran
-Water sports equipment: pedal boats and surfboard for supper for rent at Lac Montbel.
-Ski & Snowboard: Skiing for beginners and advanced skiers in the neighbourhood (with ski equipment rental).
Baby equipment
A cot
Maxi-Cosi
Buggy
Toilet changing mat
Potty
High chair
Cutlery
Stair gate if necessary
Other
-Heating
-Bath towels (no swimming towels)
-Cotton bedding
-iron + ironing board
-Activity folder
-Parking space
Registration code
Facilities
- Independent
- No smoking
- Local contact
- Ecological
- Safe for small children
- Washing machine
- Iron
- Vegetable garden
- Fenced garden
- Cot
- High chair
- Playground
- Internet
- Hair dryer
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Surroundings
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Les Trois Petits Cochons (indeed: the three little pigs) is a piece of land the size of half a football field on the outskirts of the lovely village of Belloc. This is where we started building our own house and 2 holiday gites from 2016. We built the gites ourselves from A to Z. In the layout of the site, we have ensured that each straw cottage has as much privacy as possible. This has worked out well due to the size of the site and the lack of direct neighbours.
From the summer of 2019 we will rent out our first gite and from the summer of 2022 we will also rent out the second one. The original holiday homes fit perfectly into the unspoilt landscape. No wonder when you consider that most of the ecological building materials come from the immediate surroundings: wood from the Pyrenees, straw bales from the surrounding grain fields, sand from the nearby river l'Hers and clay from our own soil. The walls are made of loam and straw bales, which ensures a pleasant indoor climate: cool in summer and pleasantly warm in winter. This ecological way of building is not only friendly to the environment, but also very pleasant for the residents. The 'breathing' walls guarantee a healthy and pleasant indoor climate in both summer and winter. The earthen stucco offers plenty of space for creative details. We are happy to tell you more about this friendly way of building.
WHY DO YOU CHOOSE THIS PLACE?
Whether you are looking for a haven of nature or a base for beautiful walks and rugged cycling tours, this is the perfect rental property. There are so many walks to choose from, right from the front door. Also, the GR07 runs close by.
From the cottage, for example, you descend to the river where you can not only swim, but also rock climb at different levels. This is the area to spot animals -from foxes to otters. In the spring months, you will find many rare wild orchids here, and in the autumn, there is a lot of searching for mushrooms. This area is popular among cyclists. It is not without reason that this area is a regular guest in the Tour de France circuit. This region is perfect for excursions, like to Foix or Toulouse or to one of the many castles or caves.
IMMEDIATE VICINITY
Besides the peace and quiet, you are also in no time in the beautiful medieval town of Mirepoix (13km), where the Monday morning market is a real experience full of local products. For your bread you can go to Les Halles in Léran (4 km). In this market hall you can buy fresh bread daily and - depending on the day - also other local products (vegetables, meat, eggs, fish). In the neighbourhood are several restaurants that we can recommend. For the larger groceries there are several supermarkets in both Mirepoix and Laroque d'Olmes. Every Friday morning there is a large market in Lavelanet (13 km).
MIREPOIX
A medieval bastide with half-timbered houses, whose centre has remained almost unchanged since the beginning of the 14th century, is very popular with tourists. The town hosts a morning market on Mondays where you can buy (and often taste) local produce directly from the producers. Mirepoix is also home to supermarkets, gift shops, pharmacies, kiosks, bars and many restaurants. The town hosts a number of festivals and events. Visit the local Office de Tourisme website for more information.
LAC MONTBEL
If you want a 'beach day' you can go to sandy beach of Lac Montbel (4km) with pedalos, kayaks, canoes and surfboards or lac Puivert (20min). At both locations you will also find an eating establishment. The beautiful Lac Montbel is only a 5-minute drive away and has a sandy beach, restaurant, plenty of shade and a lifeguard in July and August. It is an ideal place for a summer swim and afterwards enjoy a drink at the terrace where live music is regularly played during the summer months. You can also walk around the lake (around 16km). On the side of Montbel there is a second beach (pebbles) with a bar and a beautiful view. At both places, pedal boats are for rent. The lake is home to an organic trout farm and the local sailing club. Just 20 minutes away is another beautiful lake Lac Puivert. It is very popular with families with small children and has a playground and a café.
25 REASONS TO COME HERE:
Nature lovers:
- The Pyrenees
- Animal watching (deer, wild boar, fox, birds of prey, otters), mushrooms (autumn), wild orchids (spring)
- Hundreds of kilometres of marked footpaths and cycle/mountain bike trails.
Culture and history lovers:
- Cathar country: discover the history of the Cathars.
- Dozens of castles including Montsegur which you can see from your cottage (and further a.o. Camon, Lagarde, Foix, Rochefixade, Usson and Miglos).
- Beautiful medieval towns like Mirepoix, Carcassonne (largest walled fortress in Europe), Foix, St. Gironne and Toulouse.
- Caves of Niaux and Mas d'Azil (+ unknown cave of Bedeilhac and grotte-de-la-vache.
Sports enthusiasts:
- Endless hiking, horse riding and mountain biking routes.
- Winter sports in Mont d'Olmes, Ax-les-Thermes and Andorra (winter months). In the summer months these are beautiful hiking areas.
- Climbing courses at all levels within walking distance (10 minutes)
- Mountain climbing, fishing, canoeing, pedal boats, supping, paragliding or horse riding are also possible. The Tour de France is a regular visitor to our province.
RELAXING
- Lac de Montbel (4 km) and at 20 minutes Lac de Puivert.
- Vide greniers/ brocante: in the summer months there is a flea market every weekend.
- Thermal baths/ spas: Ax-les-Thermes, Aulus-les-Bains and Ussat-les-Bains.
- Village fairs and festivals in summer: Fête du roses, International Festival des arts de la Marionnette, Medieval festival in chateau Lagarde.
- Relax on the private terrace with a book and a glass of wine and enjoy the sunset over the Pyrenees (never bored).
- Possibility to fish at several spots (trout, catfish, pike, perch, carp, bream and tench)
FAMILY HOLIDAYS
- A lake 4 kilometres away with a tree trail (Akrobranch), crayfish fishing, a pizza bar, surfing, pedalos and a sandy beach.
- Go on a wonderful journey to the heart of the primeval times in the Park of Prehistory (Tarascon-sur-Ariège).
- Our holiday home has toys, books and games for young and old.
- Discover the country from the water: canoe on the river Touyre.
- Butterfly park, a butterfly farm in a magical spot in the heart of Ariège nature (500 plant species and 300 butterflies (65 species).
- Maison des loups: see how wolves live in this 6-hectare park near Orlu.
- Take a trip to prehistory (13 000 B.C.). In the Niaux Cave you can admire a series of high-quality murals. They mainly depict prehistoric fauna from the region, such as bison, horses, deer and ibex. These murals belong to the few publicly open heritage items from this period. (booking) and a visit to the Parc de la Préhistoire.
Day trips:
- Andorra or Mediterranean Sea at 1,5 hours drive.
- The castle of Foix
- The Sunday morning market of st Girons, the hippy enclave.
- The largest walled cite of Carcassonne is well worth a visit.
Saint-Lizier, located south of Toulouse and named one of the most beautiful villages of France, is known for its rich history and historical heritage. You will find the Saint-Lizier cathedral, dating back to the eleventh century. This cathedral houses an octagonal bell tower and impressive Romanesque frescos. In the little square next to the cathedral, you can also find a historical pharmacy, which was built in the 18th century. There is also a Romanesque monastery, where you can admire the beautiful columns of the cloister. In addition, Saint-Lizier used to be the seat of a bishopric, so you can visit the old palace of the bishops at the top of this village. This building, dating from the 17th century, is now a museum of art and tradition.
Toulouse:
The 'Ville rose' Visit this beautiful and atmospheric city, the fourth largest in France. Characteristic architecture, churches, nice streets and terraces! Mirepoix: Beautiful medieval town at the foot of the Pyrenees
Château de Lordat: At an altitude of 965m, this castle dominates the Ariège valley. Once one of the oldest and largest feudal castles in the county of Foix, it now houses around 30 species of birds of prey (eagles, vultures, owls, hawks,). The visitor can come and discover them, and also take part in a show, "the Aigles-de-Lordat".
- Rural
- Mountainous
- Hilly
- Meadows and woodland
- In or near a village
Reviews
Ecologisch gebouwd vakantiehuis aan de voet van de Pyreneeën has received 5 reviews over the past 4 years with an average of:
Annelies Westra from Ryptsjerk,
Wat hebben wij bijzondere fijne vakantieweken beleefd in de nieuwe (2e) gite met prachtige veranda van Hans en Suzanne. Het unieke en comfortabele strohuis wat voor een aangenaam verblijf zorgt, de plek, het uitzicht, het landschap, het is bijzonder mooi.
Zoveel rust en stilte en toch, geen minuut is hetzelfde!
De mooie oude dorpjes, steden en kastelen in het Katharenlandschap om je heen en de Pyreneeën aan je voeten maakt het kiezen van uitstapjes tot een feest!
Een plek om met heel goede herinneringen aan terug te denken!
Harmen en AnneliesDictus Nicolai from Bussum,
Ontvangst was hartelijk en relaxed. Prachtig, boven verwachting, huis. Alle gemakken voorzien . Goede bedden. Fijne veranda met heel mooi uitzicht. Veel te doen in de omgeving. Misschien toch ventilator voor boven, kan het erg warm zijn.
Inge Zeilinga from Utrecht,
Het is een geweldige plek! Het huisje is ontzettend mooi gemaakt, je komt helemaal tot rust door alle gebruikte natuurkleuren. Het huisje biedt veel privacy en heeft een heerlijk terras met een mooi, groen uitzicht. Ook is er van alles te doen in de buurt.
Hans, Suzanne en Feline zijn ontzettend gastvrij, We raden deze plek van harte aan.
Restaurants, food & wine
RELAX BY THE LAKE
Lac de Montbel (4 km) and 20 minutes Lac de Puivert.
FLEA MARKETS
Vide greniers/ brocante: in the summer months there is a flea market every weekend.
SPA
Thermal baths/ spas: Ax-les-Thermes, Aulus-les-Bains and Ussat-les-Bains.
FESTIVALS
Village fairs and festivals during the summer months: Fête du roses, International Festival des arts de la Marionnette, Medieval festival in chateau Lagarde.
GARDEN
With an average of more than 2000 hours of sunshine per year, the Midi-Pyrenees is one of the regions in France where the sun's rays are strongest. Most of its territory experiences temperatures above 25° C 60 to 80 days a year. The Midi-Pyrenees can compete with the Mediterranean coast and the Rhone valley.
Relax on the private terrace with a book and a glass of wine and enjoy the sunset over the Pyrenees (never gets boring).
FISHING
Possibility to fish at several spots (trout, catfish, pike, perch, carp, bream and tench)
Activities
ON FOOT, BY BIKE, ON HORSEBACK
If you like to exercise in the great outdoors, then this is the place to be. Of course, there are the Pyrenees for lovers of high and medium mountains, of easy walks or difficult alpine treks. With crystal-clear mountain lakes, unusual flowers and endless views. Closer to home, you will also find several walks (signposted) and cycling tours. The GR07 also runs nearby. This area is popular with cyclists. Not for nothing is this area a regular guest in the Tour de France route. In Leran you will find a horse-riding centre.
FREE CLIMBING WALLS
Within walking distance of the holiday home, several climbing walls have been set up since summer 2018, both for beginners and advanced climbers. The 26 climbing walls have a maximum height of 20 metres. The place feels very pure, in the middle of nature with the murmuring of the river Touyre in the background. You can also picnic and barbecue here.
WINTERSPORT
Ariège is home to 194 kilometres of winter sports fun. Ax 3 Domaines (Ax-les-Thermes) offers 80 kilometres of slopes with 19 lifts. This winter sports area is located at an altitude of 1,380 to 2,346 m. The Les Mont d'Olmes ski area includes 23 km of slopes for skiing and snowboarding and 13 lifts. This ski resort is located at an altitude of 1,400 to 1,950 metres between the peaks of Han (2050 m), Galinat (2115 m) and Saint Barthelemy (2348 m). The Camurac ski area is a lot smaller with 14.2 km of slopes and five lifts. A day trip to the ski resort of Andorra is also very common here. These ski resorts lend themselves perfectly to hiking in the summer months.
OTHER SPORTS
Rock climbing, fishing, canoeing, supping, paragliding or horse riding are also among the possibilities. The Tour de France is a regular visitor to our province, and for good reason. For the little ones, there has been an acrobranch (tree trail) next to Lac Montbel since 2018. The local sport is rugby. Attending a match is an experience.
RELAXING AT THE LAKE
If you want a 'beach day' you can visit sandy beaches at Lac Montbel (4km) with pedalos, kayaks, canoes and surfboards or lac Puivert (20min). At both locations, you'll also find an eatery. The beautiful Lac Montbel just a 5-minute drive away has a sandy beach, restaurant, plenty of shade and a lifeguard in July and August. It is an ideal place for a summer swim and then enjoy a drink at the terrace where live music can be heard regularly in the summer months. You can also walk around the lake (around 16km). On the Montbel side there is a second beach (pebbles) with a bar and great views. Pedalos can be hired at both places. The lake is home to an organic trout farm and the local sailing club. Just a 20-minute drive away is another beautiful lake Lac Puivert. It is very popular with families with small children and has a playground and a café.
RELAXING AT THE RIVIER (within walking distance)
A 20-minute walk or a few minutes by car is the little river Touyre. From the cottage, a beautiful little road leads towards the river. The beautiful spot is usually totally deserted, but is a lovely place to relax or cool off. There is a picnic area with barbecue, you can swim or bathe in the river, there are climbing walls.... And all this in truly beautiful surroundings.
FLEA MARKETS
Vide greniers/ brocante: in the summer months you have a flea market in the area every weekend.
SPA
Thermal baths/spas: Ax-les-Thermes, Aulus-les-Bains and Ussat-les-Bains.
FESTIVALS
Village fairs and festivals in the summer months: Fête du roses, International Festival des arts de la Marionnette, Medieval festival at chateau Lagarde.
GARDEN
With more than 2,000 hours of sunshine a year on average, the Midi-Pyrénées is one of the regions in France with the strongest solar radiation. On most of its territory, temperatures of over 25° C are observed 60 to 80 days a year. In this respect, the Midi-Pyrénées can compete with the Mediterranean coast and the Rhone valley.
Relax on the private terrace with a book and a glass of wine and enjoy the sunset over the Pyrenees (never get bored).
FISHING
Possibility of fishing on several spots (trout, catfish, pike, perch, carp, bream and tench)
FAMILIES
There is plenty of fun for all ages in this region. From water fun to animal spotting.
- Discover the country from the water: canoe on the river Hers. Discover a kingfisher. Trips of 4 kilometres (one and a half hours) or 11 kilometres (3 hours)
- Butterfly park, a butterfly farm in a magical place in the heart of Ariègue nature (500 plant species and 300 butterflies (65 species).
- Maison des loups: see how wolves live at this 6-hectare park near Orlu. You can walk around freely here, but also enjoy while feeding.
- Take a trip to prehistoric times (13 000 BC). Indeed, in the Cave of Niaux you can go and admire a series of murals of excellent quality. They consist mainly of depictions of prehistoric fauna from the region, such as bison, horses, deer and ibex. These murals are among the few publicly opened patrimony from this era. (reserve) and visit the Parc de la Préhistoire. Go on a wondrous journey to the heart of prehistoric times at the Park of Prehistory (Tarascon-sur-Ariège).
- Bicycle
- Near hiking trails
- Near ATB trails
- Near riding
- Near theme park
- Fishing
- Water sports
- Mountain sports
- Flying and gliding
- Other courses
Additional price info and offers
We do not do any extra costs. So the rent includes EVERYTHING (electricity, gas, water, towels, bedding, etc etc)
Price includes
Cleaning fee, Towels, Bed linen